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Otherppl with Brad Listi
Special Announcement

Otherppl with Brad Listi

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 10:20


A quick Sunday episode wherein I share some exciting news: Later this year, I will be launching a new company called DeepDive, which specializes in the creation of long-form educational audio. The debut course from DeepDive will be 'How to Write a Novel,' and it will feature more than 50 hours of never-before-heard conversations with dozens of today's leading writers, including Emily St. John Mandel, Porochista Khakpour, Melissa Broder, Steve Almond, V.V. Ganeshananthan, Lynn Steger Strong, Vauhini Vara, Lydia Kiesling, Madelaine Lucas, Matt Bell, Jerry Stahl, Hannah Pittard, Kimberly King Parsons, Gina Frangello, Stephen Graham Jones, and many more. The official DeepDive website is www.deepdive.audio. And please follow DeepDive on Instagram and on BlueSky. You can sign up for the official DeepDive newsletter right here. And you can read my Substack announcement here. *** Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc. Subscribe to Brad Listi's email newsletter. Support the show on Patreon Merch Twitter Instagram  TikTok Bluesky Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rooted Recovery Stories
"Finding My Voice" (feat. Hannah Sward) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 180

Rooted Recovery Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 59:55


In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sat down with Hannah Sward, an inspiring author and poet with a remarkable story to share. During their conversation, Hannah reflects on her unconventional upbringing in Canada, shaped by her father's life as a poet and the absence of her mother. She shares the struggles of feeling disconnected, battling shame, and coping with addiction. She even dives into her experimentation with meth in her twenties as a way to manage anxiety, self-doubt, and body image issues. In this heartfelt interview, Hannah opens up about the pivotal moments that led her to seek recovery, including a life-changing moment in a diner on Thanksgiving. She discusses how therapy, support groups, and writing her book Strip helped her find her voice and embrace self-acceptance. Together, Patrick and Hannah explore the role of community, creativity, and the act of staying present in their ongoing recovery journeys. Tune in for an honest and vulnerable discussion about overcoming adversity, embracing vulnerability, and finding meaning in life's most unexpected moments. About Hannah Sward: Hannah Sward is the daughter of the late poet, Robert Sward. She is the multi award-winning author of Strip: A Memoir, receiving the attention of authors such as Nobel Prize winner J.M. Coetzee, Melissa Broder, and NYT bestselling novelists Jill Schary Robinson and Caroline Leavitt. Sward has appeared on Book TV CSPAN, NBC CA Live and others. She has also has been a guest on dozens of panels and podcasts such as AWP, Writers on Writing, On Writing Memoir, Dopey, and One Day At A Time. Widely published in literary journals in the US, Canada, and the UK, her most recent work has appeared in publications such as NY Times (TLS), LA Times, HuffPost, The Rumpus and Memoir Land. __________________ Follow/Watch/Listen/Subscribe: ⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@rootedrecoverystories ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@rootedrecoverystories⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rootedrecoverystories.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ __________________ Cast: Host: Patrick Custer Insta: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrick_custer ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Tiktok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@patrickcusterproject⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Guest: Hannah Sward Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@hannahswardauthor __________________ Get Help (adiction, mental health/trauma): Promises Behavioral Health Email: info@thecastcollective.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@promises_bh Website: www.promises.com __________________ Production: Produced and Edited by "The Cast Collective" (Nashville, TN) Email: info@thecastcollective.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheCastCollective⁠⁠⁠⁠

LET IT OUT
Melissa Broder on Limerence, Grief, Food, Writing, Grocery Stores & Much More (Part 2 of 2)

LET IT OUT

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 41:30


This is the second half of my conversation with one of my favorite authors, Melissa Broder. She is the author of several novels, the essay collection So Sad Today, and five poetry collections. She's appeared in the New York Times, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, VICE, and New York Magazine. In Part 2, we talk about grief, losing a parent, writing her most recent novel Death Valley, our favorite grocery stores, how to tell people what's going on in the midst of a changing and challenging situation, finding humor, the messiness of bodies and aging, advice to write consistently, the journal prompts she uses daily, and questions from a previous guest. If you missed Part 1 last week, we talked about about everything from wellness culture and mental health to limerence, long-term relationships, and her writing process.  Show notes:- Find Melissa  on Instagram- Her books: So Sad Today, Milk Fed, The Pisces, Superdoom,  Last Sext & her newest, Death Valley- Find me on IG: @letitouttt + @katiedalebout | Substack- PIVOT zine: sign up for my paid Substack & we'll mail you a copy- The Self-Compassion workbook Melissa mentions- Speechify (the text-to-speech app I use to edit my writing) If you liked this episode, try out from the archive:Episode 407: Bad Thoughts with Nada Alic (part 2 of 2)Episode 308: Writing, Feelings & Friendship with Leah Clancy

LET IT OUT
Melissa Broder on Limerence, Grief, Food, Writing, Grocery Stores & Much More (Part 1 of 2)

LET IT OUT

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 65:32


This week, I spoke to one of my favorite authors, Melissa Broder. She is the author of several novels, the essay collection So Sad Today, and five poetry collections. She's appeared in the New York Times, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, VICE, and New York Magazine. I'm splitting this one up into two parts… Today you'll hear the first half of our conversation where we talked about everything from wellness culture and mental health to limerence, long-term relationships, and her writing process.Next week, in Part 2, we talk about grief, losing a parent, writing her most recent novel Death Valley, our favorite grocery stores, how to tell people what's going on in the midst of a changing and challenging situation, finding humor, the messiness of bodies and aging, advice to write consistently, the journal prompts she uses daily, and questions from a previous guest. Show notes:- Find Melissa  on Instagram- Her books: So Sad Today, Milk Fed, The Pisces, Superdoom,  Last Sext & her newest, Death Valley- Find me on IG: @letitouttt + @katiedalebout | Substack- PIVOT zine: sign up for my paid Substack & we'll mail you a copy If you liked this episode, try out from the archive:Episode 406: Bad Thoughts with Nada Alic (part 1 of 2)

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)
Book Club: Death Valley by Melissa Broder

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 30:22


Better late than never, Robbie and Lisa finally sit down to discuss all their big (and small) feelings about Melissa Broder's Death Valley. We talk everything from grief to heat stroke, empathy to our favourite rocks. Send in your thoughts, questions and recommendations to wearedoingfine@gmail.com. TikTok: @wearedoingfine Instagram: @wearedoingfine

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)
Episode 279: Water Botter

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 29:24


This week we have all the audio you could ever dream of as a tired Robbie and Lisa go over all the US political shenanigans and discuss what exactly did the kids that sued their government win? All that as well as our usual Who Asked For this, Accountabilibuddies and AITA! Join us for book club; this month we're reading Death Valley by Melissa Broder. Find it on our book shop at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/wearedoingfine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send in your thoughts, questions and recommendations to wearedoingfine@gmail.com. TikTok: @wearedoingfine Instagram: @wearedoingfine

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)
Episode 278: A Lil Quickie

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 17:33


This week: Robbie's audio decided to not and Lisa gets a small taste of hope from the DNC. Unfortunately, we couldn't recover the audio for most of the episode, but Lisa did dig through the archives to find a tucked away tidbit many may have missed from Episode 214: Pavlov's Wife for your enjoyment. Join us for book club; this month we're reading Death Valley by Melissa Broder. Find it on our book shop at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/wearedoingfine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send in your thoughts, questions and recommendations to wearedoingfine@gmail.com. TikTok: @wearedoingfine Instagram: @wearedoingfine

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)
Episode 277: Weird Olympics

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 48:07


This week: Lisa is joined by friend of the pod, Sarah who graciously filled in for Robbie while he's out galavanting. We discuss the best and the worst sports for the Olympics, the terrible news, and the not as terrible news. As always, we ask the age-old question, “Who Asked for This?”, set new weekly goals for Accountabilibuddies, AITA, and much more!   Join us for book club; this month we're reading Death Valley by Melissa Broder. Find it on our book shop at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/wearedoingfine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send in your thoughts, questions and recommendations to wearedoingfine@gmail.com. TikTok: @wearedoingfine Instagram: @wearedoingfine

Two Lit Mamas
Episode 93: Summer Reading

Two Lit Mamas

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 47:08


The Mamas are back from break and ready to gab about what they read over the summer. They review several middle grade books and grown up books as part of their “What Did You Do Over the Summer” sharing – teachers, you get it. And, at this point the Two Lit Mamas podcast wouldn't be complete without sporty talk for some unknown reason, so The Mamas give their obligatory takes on the Summer Olympics, covering highlights like hot Turkish sharp-shooting dads.  Skip to minute 11, if you're over the sports.  Summer Reading:Middle Grade BooksTree. Table. Book. By Lois LowryOlivetti by Allie MilliganGrown Up BooksThe Sunset Years of Agnes Sharp by Leonie Swann and Amy BojangOne Step Too Far by Lisa GardnerClytemnestra by Costanza CasatiWait by Gabriella BurnhamThe Pisces and Death Valley by Melissa Broder www.twolitmamas.com

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)
Episode 276: There's Nothing Wrong With A Pizza Crunch

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 31:20


This week: Lisa teaches us about Gen Z lingo around Politics, Robbie tells us all about the right wing protests in the UK, and we discuss the pros and cons of a pizza crunch before getting to our usual Who Asked For This, Accountabilibuddies and AITA?!  Join us for book club; this month we're reading Death Valley by Melissa Broder. Find it on our book shop at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/wearedoingfine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send in your thoughts, questions and recommendations to wearedoingfine@gmail.com. TikTok: @wearedoingfine Instagram: @wearedoingfine

Literature & Libations
66. Death Valley by Melissa Broder

Literature & Libations

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 82:19


In this week's episode, Kayla and Taylor discuss Melissa Broder's 2023 novel Death Valley. Topics include ChatGPT, the perils of social media, appreciating weirdness, the difficulties of caregiving, life and death, and what not to do in the desert. Plus, we talk briefly about our sadly canceled episode on American Indian Stories. This week's drink: The Mystical Succulent (aka Cactus Cooler) via BarGPTINGREDIENTS:2 oz tequila1 oz lime juice1 oz cactus juice½ oz simple syrupINSTRUCTIONS:Combine tequila, lime juice, cactus juice, and simple syrup in a shaker with iceStrain into a chilled glass and garnish with a slice of limeCurrent/recommended reads, links, etc.:Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. ButlerFilterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture by Kyle ChaykaThe Baby Decision by Merle BombardieriSubscribe to our Patreon, where we discuss “lower-case-l” literature and have a silly good time doing it! Follow us on Instagram @literatureandlibationspod.Visit our website: literatureandlibationspod.com to submit feedback, questions, or your own takes on what we are reading. You can also see what we are reading for future episodes! You can email us at literatureandlibationspod@gmail.com.Please leave us a review and/or rating! It really helps others find our podcast…and it makes us happy!Purchase books via bookshop.org or check them out from your local public library. Join us next time as we discuss The Master and Margarita by Mikhail Bulgakov

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)
Episode 275: Cocaine Sharks

We're Doing Fine (with Robbie and Lisa)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 52:52


This week: Robbie and Lisa have a guest, our personal pundit: Beth! We discuss Robbie's TV watching habits and go in-depth on the latest U.S. election news alongside and follow it up with the lighter side. As always, we ask the age-old question, “Who Asked for This?”, set new weekly goals for Accountabilibuddies, AITA, and much more!   Join us for book club; this month we're reading Death Valley by Melissa Broder. Find it on our book shop at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/wearedoingfine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send in your thoughts, questions and recommendations to wearedoingfine@gmail.com. TikTok: @wearedoingfine Instagram: @wearedoingfine

Sapphic Survival Guide
Episode 111: Weird Sapphic Books For Weird Sapphic People with Author Melissa Broder

Sapphic Survival Guide

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 37:27


This week on Sapphic Survival Guide, Cheyenne and Gina interview author of novels Milkfed, Death Valley, and The Pisces and the essay collections So Sad Today, Melissa Broder!! Follow her @realmelissabroder!Submit your own questions by messaging us on Instagram or emailing us at sapphicsurvivalguide@gmail.com. You can also leave us a voicemail at 724-209-8877 (US. Only - You can also send a voice note via email. Unless stated otherwise, you are giving us permission to play your voicemail on the podcast.)CreditsProduced by Gina Finio and CheyenneEdited by Gina FinioCover Art by Sev & CheyenneMusic by PartnerSound Effects by Audio VampireFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok and subscribe to our Patreon for extras!Follow Cheyenne on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and TikTokFollow Gina on Instagram, TikTok, and her website

Charlotte Readers Podcast
Melissa Broder's “Death Valley” Finds Wisdom, Humor, and Healing in the California Desert

Charlotte Readers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2024


Sarah's Book Shelves Live
Ep. 171: Rufi Thorpe (Author of Margo's Got Money Troubles) + Book Recommendations

Sarah's Book Shelves Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 57:00


In Episode 171, Rufi Thorpe she joins me to discuss her latest novel, Margo's Got Money Troubles, and her career arc in general. Rufi talks about her inspiration for Margo and the quirky elements she uses to explore deeper topics like loneliness, motherhood, untraditional family dynamics, money, and art — all with a great sense of humor. We also go behind-the-scenes of marketing the book, including cover design, titles, and comparison titles.  Plus, Rufi shares her book recommendations! This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Highlights A spoiler-free overview of Margo's Got Money Troubles. Rufi talks about the inspiration for bringing together pro wrestling, OnlyFans, motherhood, a father-daughter story, and the challenges of making ends meet. How Wonder Woman (2017) played a role in creating Margo. Her thoughts on Margo's Got Money Troubles possibly being her breakout book. The challenges of marketing such a complex book, including designing the cover. Rufi's got title troubles: the working titles for a couple of her books! The big questions Rufi addresses in all her work. Some scenes that were cut from earlier versions book. A theme she's exploring in her next book is gossip (which also contains time-travel and thriller elements). The way Rufi and her publisher handles comps for her hard-to-pin-down books. What she learned from an unpublished book she wrote between Dear Fang, With Love and The Knockout Queen. Rufi's Book Recommendations [39:30] Two OLD Books She Loves Shadow Tag by Louise Erdrich | Amazon | Bookshop.org [39:45] Ordinary Love and Good Will by Jane Smiley | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:45] Two NEW Books She Loves Oye by Melissa Mogollon | Amazon | Bookshop.org [44:35] Devil Makes Three by Ben Fountain | Amazon | Bookshop.org [47:25] Other Books Mentioned: Billy Lynn's Long Halftime Walk by Ben Fountain [50:36] One Book She DIDN'T Love The Bee Sting by Paul Murray | Amazon | Bookshop.org [50:56] One NEW RELEASE She's Excited About Mad Woman by Chelsea Bieker (Sept 3, 2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [52:09] Other Books Mentioned: God Shot by Chelsea Bieker [52:23] Last 5-Star Book Rufi Read Come and Get It by Kiley Reid | Amazon | Bookshop.org [54:07] Other Books Mentioned: Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid [54:24] Other Books Mentioned Dear Fang, With Love by Rufi Thorpe [1:57] The Girls from Corona del Mar by Rufi Thorpe [2:12] The Knockout Queen by Rufi Thorpe [13:49] The Cider House Rules by John Irving [19:53] A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara [30:32] Goodbye, Vitamin by Rachel Khong [30:48] The Pisces by Melissa Broder [31:36] Milk Fed by Melissa Broder [31:38] Victim by Andrew Boryga [38:36] About Rufi Thorpe Website | Instagram | X | Facebook Rufi Thorpe received her MFA from the University of Virginia in 2009. Rufi is the author of The Knockout Queen, a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award, Dear Fang, With Love, and her first novel, The Girls from Corona del Mar, which was long-listed for the 2014 International Dylan Thomas Prize and for the 2014 Flaherty-Dunnan First Novel Prize. A California native, she currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband and sons.

Let’s Talk Memoir
Reclaiming Our Voice, Story, and Agency featuring Hannah Sward

Let’s Talk Memoir

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2024 49:50


Hannah Sward joins Let's Talk Memoir for a conversation about how she never wanted to be a writer let alone write a memoir, attachment theory and being abandoned by her mother, creating boundaries with loved ones, compassion for the children we were, her experience writing about working in the sex trade and being addicted to crystal meth, when acceptance is a form of forgiveness, feeling overwhelmed by feedback, how structure can be confounding, reclaiming our voice, story, and agency, creating a stark narrative, and her memoir Strip.   Also in this episode: -comparing ourselves to other writers -writing every day  -feeling free to write the sh*ttiest sh*t -trusting ourselves   Books mentioned in this episode:  Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg  Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life by Anne Lamott   Hannah Sward, daughter of the late poet Robert Sward, is the IAN awarding-winning author of Strip: A Memoir. Strip, Swards first book, has received the attention of authors such as Nobel Prize winner, J.M. Coetzee, Melissa Broder, and NYT Bestselling novelist Caroline Leavitt who called Sward, “One of the most moving and honest memoir writers. So eloquent, so brave.”  Sward has appeared on NBC CA Live, C-SPAN BookTV, dozens of podcasts, panels, and in magazines and newspapers such as the LA Times and Recovery Today. Sward lives in Los Angeles where she coaches writers and is working on her next book. To find out more hannahsward.com Connect with Hannah: Website: https://www.hannahsward.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/hannahswardauthor Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hannahswardauthor Threads: https://www.threads.net/@hannahswardauthor Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/p/books/strip-a-memoir-hannah-sward/18101649?ean=9781948954679 Amazon: https://a.co/d/dLQD8rP — Ronit's writing has appeared in The Atlantic, The Rumpus, The New York Times, The Iowa Review, Hippocampus, The Washington Post, Writer's Digest, American Literary Review, and elsewhere. Her memoir WHEN SHE COMES BACK about the loss of her mother to the guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and their eventual reconciliation was named Finalist in the 2021 Housatonic Awards Awards, the 2021 Indie Excellence Awards, and was a 2021 Book Riot Best True Crime Book. Her short story collection HOME IS A MADE-UP PLACE won Hidden River Arts' 2020 Eludia Award and the 2023 Page Turner Awards for Short Stories. She earned an MFA in Nonfiction Writing at Pacific University, is Creative Nonfiction Editor at The Citron Review, and lives in Seattle with her family where she teaches memoir workshops and is working on her next book. More about Ronit: https://ronitplank.com   Sign up for monthly podcast and writing updates: https://bit.ly/33nyTKd Substack: https://substack.com/@ronitplank Newsletter sign-up: https://ronitplank.com/#signup   Follow Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/ronitplank/ https://twitter.com/RonitPlank https://www.facebook.com/RonitPlank Background photo credit: Photo by Patrick Tomasso on Unsplash Headshot photo credit: Sarah Anne Photography Theme music: Isaac Joel, Dead Moll's Fingers

White Noise Level 3
123 | Book Review | Death Valley by Melissa Broder | Very Contemporary, Sardonic

White Noise Level 3

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 21:12


#whitenoiselevel3 #deathvalley #melissabroderBook Review of Death Valley by Melissa BroderAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Death-Valley-Novel-Melissa-Broder/dp/1668024845Hello! Hola! Bicultured bilingual SWF just chatting on societal commentary beamed live from South FloridaBlog: https://whitenoiselevel3.wordpress.com/Donate: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tiwanakullc

Pillow Talk
Author Melissa Broder on Grief and Growing Up

Pillow Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2024 80:55


Melissa Broder is an American author, essayist and poet. Her work includes the novels The Pisces, Milk Fed, and Death Valley, the poetry collection Last Sext, and the essay collection So Sad Today, which was based on her anonymous Twitter account of the same name. She discusses her career trajectory, rescheduling this podcast due to her mental health, OCD, internet addiction, grieving the loss of her father, and more.   You can check out her work at melissabroder.com and follow her on both Instagram and X at the same name.   For exclusive bonus episodes please visit: patreon.com/goingmental   Follow @eileen on Instagram   Follow @eileeninparis on TikTok    More information at: Goingmental.com    

The Chills at Will Podcast
Episode 223 with Sarah Rose Etter, Master Balancer of Surrealism, Realism, Dark Humor, and Themes of Grief and Anxiety that are Timely and Timeless

The Chills at Will Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 64:35


Notes and Links to Sarah Rose Etter's Work      For Episode 223, Pete welcomes Sarah Rose Etter, and the two discuss, among other topics, her early relationship to the written word, formative and transformative writers and writing, her love of writing in translation, her and Pete's shared love of Hemingway's short stories, and seeds for and salient themes related to Ripe, including housing and economic inequalities and realities, depression and anxiety as represented by the book's “black hole,” parental/child relationships, and grief.   Sarah Rose Etter is the author of RIPE (published by Scribner), and The Book of X, winner of the 2019 Shirley Jackson Award. Her short fiction collection, Tongue Party, was selected by Deb Olin Unferth to be published as the winner of the 2011 Caketrain Award. Her work has appeared or is forthcoming in TIME, Guernica, BOMB, Gulf Coast, The Cut, VICE, and more.  She has been awarded residences at the Jack  Kerouac House, the Disquiet International program in Portugal, and the Gullkistan Writing Residency in Iceland. In 2017, she was the keynote speaker at the Society for the Study of American Women Writers conference in Bordeaux, France, where she presented on surrealist writing as a mode of feminism. She earned her B.A. in English from Pennsylvania State University and her M.F.A. in Fiction from Rosemont College. She lives in Los Angeles, CA.   Buy Ripe   Sarah's Website   New York Times Review of Ripe by Alexandra Chang   NPR Interview   At about 2:00, Sarah shouts out the literary landscape and physical landscape  At about 2:45, Sarah talks about her childhood relationship with the written word At about 4:30, Pete and Sarah exchange formative stories and writing that opened up analytical and emotional taps, including Hemingway's “Hills Like White Elephants” and “Cat in the Rain,” as well as Plath's “Metaphors”  At about 5:40, Sarah talks about how and why she started writing with short stories At about 6:50, Sarah reflects on ideas of obsession with subject matter when writing At about 7:22, Sarah shares a few examples of chill-inducing writing for her as a reader At about 8:55, Sarah discusses contemporary writers who thrill and challenge her: Carmen Maria Machado, Hallie Butler, Kristen Arnett, Melissa Broder, and many works in translation, like Olga T At about 15:00, Sarah discusses seeds for Ripe, including how her personal life and the world's recent issues informed the book At about 19:00, Pete and Sarah talk about grief and sharing At about 22:10, Pete sets the book's exposition, and Sarah gives background on the powerful and meaningful first line of the book At about 25:30, Sarah and Pete compare notes on first draft and heavy editing  At about 27:15, The two discuss the black hole, a common symbol in the book At about 29:50, Pete compliments the ways in which Sarah presents the narrator Cassie and the frenzied Silicon Valley lifestyle At about 30:55, Sarah discusses the ways in which Cassie is the person she is due to her parents' influences At about 33:00, Sarah charts and breaks down a bit of her writing outlook and style and schedule  At about 34:30, Sarah references Parasite and Uncut Gems as examples of storytelling and escalating tensions as so powerful  At about 35:50, Sarah talks about her black hole research and earlier permutations of the black hole and its place in the book At about 37:50, Sarah responds to Pete's questions about a possible history of depression within Cassie's family and without At about 40:10, Sarah discusses the strengths and beauty of Cassie's relationship with her father, as well as some of his toxic qualities At about 41:20, Sarah discusses the issues revolving around money and the high cost of living At about 43:10, The two discuss the book's title and the symbolism of the pomegranate and ideas of mythical connections and underworlds At about 45:25, The two shout out Stephanie Feldman and connections between Ripe and Stephanie's Saturnalia At about 46:05, Pete references some cringy and skillful scenes involving the workplace At about 47:10, Sarah speaks on the often-unchecked CEOs and bigshots in tech companies At about 50:05, Pete cites a few moments worthy of Cassie's “crystal jar”  At about 50:40, Pete reads and heaps praise upon a particularly profound and apt passage At about 52:20, Sarah reacts to Pete's question about the staying power of her book At about 54:45, Pete and Sarah discuss the book's ending At about 59:00, Sarah talks about exciting new projects      You can now subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, and leave me a five-star review. You can also ask for the podcast by name using Alexa, and find the pod on Stitcher, Spotify, and on Amazon Music. Follow me on IG, where I'm @chillsatwillpodcast, or on Twitter, where I'm @chillsatwillpo1. You can watch this and other episodes on YouTube-watch and subscribe to The Chills at Will Podcast Channel. Please subscribe to both my YouTube Channel and my podcast while you're checking out this episode.    I am very excited that starting in February with Episode 220 with Neef Ekpoudom, I will have one or two podcast episodes per month featured on the website of Chicago Review of Books. The audio will be posted, along with a written interview culled from the audio. A big thanks to Rachel León and Michael Welch at Chicago Review-I'm looking forward to the partnership!    Sign up now for The Chills at Will Podcast Patreon: it can be found at patreon.com/chillsatwillpodcastpeterriehl     Check out the page that describes the benefits of a Patreon membership, including cool swag and bonus episodes. Thanks in advance for supporting my one-man show, my DIY podcast and my extensive reading, research, editing, and promoting to keep this independent podcast pumping out high-quality content!    This is a passion project of mine, a DIY operation, and I'd love for your help in promoting what I'm convinced is a unique and spirited look at an often-ignored art form.    The intro song for The Chills at Will Podcast is “Wind Down” (Instrumental Version), and the other song played on this episode was “Hoops” (Instrumental)” by Matt Weidauer, and both songs are used through ArchesAudio.com.     Please tune in for Episode 224 with Peter Coviello, a scholar of American literature and queer theory, whose work addresses the entangled histories of sex, devotion, and intimate life in imperial modernity. He's also the author of six books, including Is There God After Prince?: Dispatches from an Age of Last Things, which was selected for The Millions' “Most Anticipated” list for 2023.    The episode will air on February 20.

Sad Girls Who Read
Melissa Broder's "Milk Fed"

Sad Girls Who Read

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 36:35


After a brief pop culture roundup including the Grammys, Taylor Swift drama and preparing for the Super Bowl, the Sad Girls dig into “Milk Fed.” Alegra and Erin both share their connections to the novel that Entertainment Weekly, Vogue, and Time named one of the “Best Books of the Year.” In it, Melissa Broder breaks down the world of diet culture while weaving in a story of family, sexuality, and faith. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@sadgirlswhoread⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@sadgirlsgoodbooks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Theme music by Taylor Peckham Episodes edited by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donny Hadfield⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BUY US A COFFEE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is made possible by NOCD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.treatmyocd.com⁠

Novel Thoughts
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt

Novel Thoughts

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 71:45


It's Donna Tartt appreciation week! Michelle joins us for our deep dive into The Goldfinch, Donna Tartt's brilliant, award-winning novel about art, drugs, loss, and not always getting what you want. Also this week Joseph read Death Valley by Melissa Broder and Duty Free Art by Hito Steyerl, Michelle read A Curious History of Sex by Kate Lister and Fire and Blood by George R R Martin, and Saph read Son of Rosemary by Ira Levin and Taaqtumi: An Anthology of Arctic Horror Stories. This week's listener recommendation request comes from Edward who is looking for a great (auto)biography. Joseph recommends Girl In A Band by Kim Gordon. Saph recommends Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner and Take Away by Angela Hui. Michelle recommends Clothes Clothes Clothes, Music Music Music, Boys Boys Boys by Viv Albertine, Seabiscuit: The True Story of Three Men and a Racehorse by Laura Hillenbrand, and Educated by Tara Westover. Also mentioned in this episode:The Secret History and The Little Friend by Donna TarttMilk Fed by Melissa BroderGreat Expectations by Charles DickensWhores of Yore Twitter accounte-fluxSee the Novel Thoughts bookshop page for all books mentioned in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cool Cool Cool
Queer and Up to No Good with Ali Kolbert

Cool Cool Cool

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 59:54


She's back! Queer comedian and podcaster, Ali Kolbert, is back on Cool Cool Cool to chat with Liz about all things comedy, crop tops, and dating. Another fun episode that feels like you're hanging out with your best friends.   Resources Mentioned:   Milk Fed by Melissa Broder: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/54304105    Connect with Ali:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alikolbert/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alikolbert    Connect with Liz:   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/    For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz

Writers on Writing
Melissa Broder, author of DEATH VALLEY

Writers on Writing

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 48:14


Melissa Broder is the author of the novels, Death Valley, Milk Fed, and The Pisces, the essay collection So Sad Today, and five poetry collections, including Superdoom. Her books are translated in ten languages. She has written for the New York Times, Elle.com, and New York Magazine's The Cut. She lives in Los Angeles.Melissa chats with Barbara DeMarco-Barrett about her new novel, Death Valley. She talks about how when the first line came to her, she put aside what she was working on because she knew this was the book she needed to focus on. They discuss making tragedy funny, the Best Western hotel chain, magic cacti, process, plotting, and externalizing the internal life of characters. For more information on Writers on Writing and extra writing perks, visit our Patreon page. To listen to past interviews, visit our website. We also have an affiliate bookstore on bookshop.org. We've stocked it with titles from our guests, as well as some of our own personal favorites. By purchasing through the store, you'll support both independent bookstores and our show. New titles will be added all the time (it's a work in progress). Finally, on Spotify you can listen to an album's worth of typewriter music like what you hear on the show. Look for the artist, Just My Type. Email the show at writersonwritingpodcast@gmail.com. We love to hear from our listeners. (Recorded on December January 5, 2023)  Host: Barbara DeMarco-BarrettHost: Marrie StoneMusic and sound editing: Travis Barrett (Stream his music on Spotify, Apple Music, Etc.)

California Now Podcast
3 Award-Winning California Authors

California Now Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 47:07


First up, Johnson speaks with San Diego–based Alana Quintana Albertson about her latest novel, Kiss Me, Mi Amor. Albertson discusses how the Golden State's diverse settings provide endless inspiration for her many romance novels. “I really use setting as a character, and I was contrasting La Jolla and Barrio Logan and different communities,” says Albertson. Albertson also shares a few sneak peaks of her upcoming works and names some of her top San Diego County spots for coffee, tacos, and books.  Next, Johnson is joined by Melissa Broder, author of the mystical desert tale Death Valley. The Los Angeles author and poet recounts how a traumatic personal experience in the California desert inspired her latest novel. “I was just going to Zabriskie Point where nobody—it's a very touristy area—nobody ever gets lost there. I got completely lost and did everything you're not supposed to do,” Broder recalls.  She tops off the conversation by sharing her favorite local boutiques, restaurants, and hiking trails.   Lastly, Johnson talks with South Lake Tahoe–based memoirist and poet Suzanne Roberts. The Almost Somewhere author recounts her experience hiking the John Muir Trail: “Those 28 days taught me that there is more than one view of nature, that nature is a place where we should be connecting and not conquering.” The experienced outdoorswoman also builds an itinerary for both a laid-back and action-packed winter weekend in her hometown.

Otherppl with Brad Listi
How Meditation Can Inform Creative Writing

Otherppl with Brad Listi

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2023 100:44


A new 'Craftwork' episode, about how meditation can inform creative writing. My guest is Melissa Broder, author of the novel Death Valley (Scribner). Broder's other books include the novels Milk Fed andThe Pisces, the essay collection So Sad Today, and five poetry collections, including Superdoom and Last Sext. She has written for The New York Times, Elle, and New York magazine's The Cut. She lives in Los Angeles. *** Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly literary podcast featuring in-depth interviews with today's leading writers. Available where podcasts are available: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, etc. Subscribe to Brad Listi's email newsletter. Support the show on Patreon Merch Twitter Instagram  TikTok Bluesky Email the show: letters [at] otherppl [dot] com The podcast is a proud affiliate partner of Bookshop, working to support local, independent bookstores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comodino
“Le schegge” di Bret Easton Ellis e i libri “dell'anno”

Comodino

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 48:44


Questo e gli altri podcast gratuiti del Post sono possibili grazie a chi si abbona al Post e ne sostiene il lavoro. Se vuoi fare la tua parte, abbonati al Post. Per l'ultima puntata del 2023 Ludovica Lugli e Giulia Pilotti hanno letto uno dei romanzi di cui si è parlato di più negli ultimi mesi, Le schegge di Bret Easton Ellis (Einaudi), un autore considerato “di culto” e quasi formativo per molti altri scrittori della cosiddetta generazione X. E per chiudere l'anno ricordiamo i libri di cui si è parlato di più, per una ragione o per l'altra, con l'aiuto di Un anno di storie 2023, un annuario su libri ed editoria pubblicato da Treccani, e un thread dello scrittore Vincenzo Latronico. Gli articoli citati più o meno esplicitamente nella rassegna stampa su Le schegge sono: - Il vero romanzo di Bret Easton Ellis di Cristiano de Majo, Rivista Studio -La cultura millennial in una stanza, buttando la chiave, intervista di Giulio Silvano, Review -Chi sono il più bello e la più bella? di Ivan Carozzi, Limina -Bret Easton Ellis, intorno a lui l'angosciosa festa del nulla di Tommaso Pincio, il manifesto -Giurare che una storia è vera è solo un altro modo di mentire di Enrico Monacelli, Il Tascabile -Bret Easton Ellis Is Back to His Regularly Scheduled Programming di Melissa Broder, New York Times -Can Bret Easton Ellis bring back the (fictional) glory days? di Charles Arrowsmith, Los Angeles Times -A triumphant return to form di Sam Byers, Guardian Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Viva Culture
Grande conversation “Femmes (in)visibles “ - partie 2 - Ludivine Gaillard et Carine Chichereau

Viva Culture

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 35:29


Grande conversation “Femmes (in)visibles “ - partie 2 - Ludivine Gaillard et Carine Chichereau Voici une liste de quelques ouvrages : Imparfaites : répresenter "la femme" dans l'art occidental : entre fantasmes et domination masculine Ludivine Gaillard Les Femmes dans l'art - Alvarez & Simona Les Femmes de la Bible dans l'art - Lavacquerie Klein Les tomes 3, 4 & 5 de la série "Histoire des femmes en Occident" de Duby et Perrot Histoire de la misogynie - Adeline Gargam Histoire du consentement féminin - Maëlle Bernard Excessives ! - Louise Ebel Sorcières - Mona Chollet Le corps des femmes - Froidevaux-Metterie Le corps féminin - Philippe PerrotTous ne parlent pas exclusivement d'art mais sont grandement utiles pour avoir un "bagage" historique et sociologique pour analyser des œuvres. Voici quelques titres qui ne sont pas en rapport direct avec la peinture, mais avec l'émancipation des femmes :– Matrix, Lauren Groff, éditions de l'Olivier– Ce que Majella n'aimait pas, Michelle Gallen, Editions Joëlle Losfeld– Le secret des Sprakkar, Eliza Reid, Michel Lafon– Les Sept nuits de Miriam, Melissa Broder, Editions Christian Bourgois– Certaines n'avaient jamais vu la mer, Julie Otsuka, Folio Le lien vers la liste des articles de Carine Chichereau pour Diacritik : https://diacritik.com/category/art-2/peintresses-en-france/

Bookatini
S04ep67 - Mangiare bacchette wrap-up

Bookatini

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 39:12


Bentornati su Bookatini - il podcast per chi è ghiotto di libri. Nella puntata 67, parliamo dei libri che abbiamo letto di recente. Come al solito trovate tutti i riferimenti ai libri citati anche nella carrellata delle copertine della pagina Instagram bookatini_podcast.Nell'episodio di oggi abbiamo chiacchierato di questi libri: Affamata, di Melissa Broder, NN editoreIl suo podcast si intitola Eating alone in my carNon qui, non altrove, di Tommy Orange, Frassinelli editorePossibili influencer: https://www.instagram.com/notoriouscree/ https://www.instagram.com/shinanova/ Potete contattarci, scrivere commenti, suggerimenti, domande e condividete con noi le vostre letture su questo tema contattandoci nella pagina Instagram Bookatini_podcast, dove potete trovare anche le nostre live, in onda a mercoledì alterniSe volete sostenerci e godere di contenuti aggiuntivi, potete unirvi a 4 possibili livelli di Patreon che trovate al link: https://www.patreon.com/bookatini La sigla di Bookatini è scritta e suonata da Andrea Cerea

RRR FM
Gin, Spooky Theatre & Gardening

RRR FM

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2023 90:58


Author Hannah Moloney talks all about how to grow produce in Australia with her new book Good Life Growing; the team work out what animal they would race in a marathon; legendary Irish comedian and presenter Dara Ó Briain chats about his show So… Where Were We?; book reviewer Fi Wright shares her thoughts on Melissa Broder's Death Valley; director Matt Lutton talks about the immersive Malthouse Theatre production Hour of the Wolf; foodie Michael Harden gets giddy about gin; and Nat brings up the communal bin roster. With presenters Monique Sebire, Daniel Burt & Nat Harris, and guest presenter Jas Moore.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakfasters

Poured Over
Melissa Broder on DEATH VALLEY

Poured Over

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2023 29:12


“Shift in perception is a miracle”   Death Valley by Melissa Broder is part desert survival story, part examination of grief — mixing the absurd with the profoundly human in a feat of imagination. Broder joins us to talk about the realities of anticipatory grief, incorporating fantastical elements into the real world, including humor in her work and more with guest host, Jenna Seery.     This episode of Poured Over was hosted by Jenna Seery and mixed by Harry Liang.               Follow us here for new episodes Tuesdays and Thursdays (with occasional Saturdays).         Featured Books (Episode):  Death Valley by Melissa Broder  The Pisces by Melissa Broder  Milk Fed by Melissa Broder  The Babysitter at Rest by Jen George  Open Throat by Henry Hoke  Mrs. Caliban by Rachel Ingalls  Leave Society by Tao Lin  The Passion According to G.H. by Clarice Lispector  Desert Solitaire by Edward Abbey  Correction by Thomas Bernhard  Journal of a Solitude by May Sarton 

Free Library Podcast
Melissa Broder | Death Valley: A Novel with Hilary Leichter | Terrace Story: A Novel

Free Library Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 46:04


Melissa Broder is the author of Milk Fed, the ''sensuous and delightfully delirious tale'' (O, The Oprah Magazine) of a calorie-obsessed lapsed Jewish woman who falls under the spell of a zaftig Orthodox frozen yogurt store employee. Her other work includes the novel The Pisces, an essay collection titled So Sad Today, and four collections of poetry. Her poems have appeared in a multitude of publications, including Tin House and Guernica, and she is the recipient of a Pushcart Prize. In Death Valley, Broder weaves the tale of a woman who finds refuge from her sorrows through a mystical cactus in the high California desert. Hilary Leichter's novel Temporary, longlisted for the PEN/Hemingway Award and a finalist for The Center for Fiction First Novel Prize and the New York Public Library Young Lions Fiction Prize, tells the tale of a young woman who fills increasingly bizarre temp job positions. It was named one of 2020's best books by NPR, Vulture, and Elle, and was a New York Times Editors' Choice. A creative writing professor at Columbia University, Leichter has earned fellowships from Yaddo, the Folger Shakespeare Library, and the New York Foundation for the Arts. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker, n+1, The New York Times, and Harper's Magazine, among other places. Her latest novel, Terrace Story, tells the story of a family living in a cramped apartment who finds a miraculous and inexplicable terrace in their closet. Because you love Author Events, please make a donation to keep our podcasts free for everyone. THANK YOU! (recorded 10/25/2023)

Sad Girls Who Read
Melissa Broder Talks "Death Valley"

Sad Girls Who Read

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 48:13


Sad Girls get to talk with their Sad Girl ICON, Melissa Broder, and they are *screaming internally* (and externally…sorry Melissa). We discuss Melissa's new book, Death Valley, as well as hot girl depression, NY or LA? and more. Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@sadgirlswhoread⁠⁠⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠⁠⁠@sadgirlsgoodbooks⁠⁠⁠⁠ Theme music by Taylor Peckham Episodes edited by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Donny Hadfield⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠BUY US A COFFEE!⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is made possible by NOCD: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.treatmyocd.com⁠

Books Are My People
#110 - Books Are My People with Kerri Maher

Books Are My People

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 25:48


On this episode Kerri Maher and I talk reproductive rights, historical fiction and books we love! Sign up for my weekly book recommendation  newsletter here. Find me on Substack here.  Books Reccomended:All You Have To Do Is Call by Kerri MaherTake My Hand by Dolen Perkins-ValdezThe Bee Sting by Paul MurrayA Special Place for Women by Laura HankinDeath Valley by Melissa BroderThe House of Eve by Sadeqa JohnsonGuest author recommendation:The Meadows by Stephanie Oaks recommends The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by  Shannon Chakraborty, Other Books Discussed:Ankle Snatcher by Grady Hendrix (Explore the Creature Feature series here.)Our Strangers by Lydia DavisDoppleganger by Naomi KleinTom Lake by Anne Patchett All you have to do is Call book giveaway: This giveaway will close on Thursday, November 2nd, and I will announce a winner on my Instagram Giveaway post on November 3rd. This is Open to U.S. mailing addresses only. To enter: Follow me on Instagram, click here to leave a comment  below the All You Have To Do Is Call  giveaway post and sign up for my weekly Books Are My People newsletter , out each Tuesday with new books releases, paperback releases and more if you haven't yet already. You can gain extra entries by sharing the giveaway post in your stories and by tagging your book-loving friends.Banned Book wagon tour stops.Monty Hall ProblemVictoria Authors Festival Support the showI hope you all have a wonderfully bookish week!

Sad Girls Who Read
Melissa Broder's "Death Valley"

Sad Girls Who Read

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 40:46


Sad Girls talk Melissa Broder's “Death Valley” this week. And it is Death Valley in our apartments aka 80 degrees with no working AC. The Sad girlies are both big Melissa stans so we we are *so* excited to cover another one of her books. This one had us GOOD. Come laugh, cry and chat about our mental unwellness with us, bbs! Follow us on Instagram at ⁠⁠@sadgirlswhoread⁠⁠ and TikTok at ⁠⁠@sadgirlsgoodbooks⁠⁠ Theme music by Taylor Peckham Episodes edited by ⁠⁠Donny Hadfield⁠⁠ ⁠⁠BUY US A COFFEE!⁠⁠ This podcast is made possible by NOCD: ⁠⁠www.treatmyocd.com⁠

From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of Success
Episode 197 Hannah Sward: Surviving and Thriving: A Journey Beyond Stripping

From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of Success

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 48:31


Welcome back to another compelling episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success" with your host, Chris Swiech. In this episode, we dive deep into the riveting memoir that has been making waves since its release - "Strip: A Memoir" by the talented author, Hannah Sward. Published by Tortoise Press in 2022, this remarkable book unveils the harrowing journey of a woman who stumbled into the world of the sex industry and emerged stronger, wiser, and filled with stories that will leave you spellbound. Hannah Sward's memoir is a raw and unflinching account of her tumultuous path through the sex industry, and it is a testament to the power of resilience, courage, and the human spirit. As we explore her extraordinary narrative, we're honored to share insights from some of the most renowned authors who have praised her work: JM Coetzee, Nobel Prize in Literature laureate and the genius behind "Disgrace" and other literary masterpieces, commends Sward's memoir for its touching honesty and light-hearted prose. Her ability to navigate a complex and sensitive topic with such grace is truly remarkable. Melissa Broder, the celebrated author of "The Pisces," "Milk Fed," and "So Sad Today," describes "Strip" as an arresting, weighty, and visceral journey. Sward's memoir takes us on a rollercoaster of physical, emotional, and spiritual survival that will leave you breathless. Amy Dresner, the fearless author of "My Fair Junkie: A Memoir of Getting Dirty and Staying Clean," is captivated by Sward's signature stark style. In "Strip," Sward fearlessly addresses intimate and taboo subjects, immersing readers in her world with vivid descriptions that leave no room for self-pity or indulgence. Her writing is both shameless and descriptive, keeping readers hungry for every word. In this episode, we'll have the privilege of delving into Hannah Sward's extraordinary journey as she shares her experiences, challenges, and ultimate triumphs in a world that often remains hidden from society's gaze. Join us as we explore how she navigated through darkness to find the light of success, offering hope and inspiration to all those who have faced adversity. As we unravel the pages of "Strip: A Memoir," we'll discover the true essence of resilience and the boundless strength of the human spirit. Tune in for an enlightening and moving conversation that will leave you inspired to overcome any obstacle in your own path. Don't miss this powerful episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success" with your host, Chris Swiech, as we journey through the depths of one woman's story and emerge on the other side, stronger and more determined than ever. Hannah Sward Links: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hannahswardauthor Website & Book- https://www.hannahsward.com If you would like to support the show please leave a 5 star review over on Apple Podcasts or leave a voice message on Anchor FM. You can also rate the show on Spotify now as well, please do so. Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel as well and turn on the notifications. You can also follow the show and my journey on IG @depthsofdarkside! Podcast Social Media: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/depthsofdarkside Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/depthsofdarkside YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-M2lpVwCgEyM85menG_nvQ Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/4iiKx07baLZf9CzcNhdUsi?si=e91d5911f91647a9 Apple- https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/from-the-depths-of-darkness-to-the-light-of-success/id1510954182 Email- depthsodarkside@gmail.com Join us next time for another captivating episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," where we continue to explore stories of triumph over adversity and the incredible resilience of the human spirit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lightofsuccess/message

il posto delle parole
Anna Oppes "BookRave"

il posto delle parole

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2023 10:12


Anna Oppes"BookRave"È stato lanciato via social il progetto condiviso di otto case editrici (effequ, Iperborea, minimum fax, NN Editore, Nottetempo, Quinto Quarto, il Saggiatore, Sur), riscuotendo da subito tantissime adesioni: si tratta di BookRave, un progetto di lettura già ampiamente sostenuto da lettori e librerie, che prevede un percorso trimestrale tematico.Le librerie che aderiscono al progetto riceveranno dalle otto case editrici un titolo legato al tema del trimestre.Il primo tema è Corpi: perché il corpo attraversa le narrazioni e le storie, è elemento preponderante di riflessione sia in narrativa che in saggistica, attorno ad esso ruota gran parte della discussione contemporanea su rappresentazione e visibilità. BookRave presenterà otto storie (i cui titoli saranno rivelati a fine mese sui social delle case editrici), tra saggi, romanzi e graphic novel, per attraversare il tema centrale della contemporaneità, comprenderlo meglio e in qualche modo celebrarlo.Starà poi alla libreria e ai suoi lettori determinare un percorso assieme, trovare i collegamenti, giocare coi libri, stimolare le discussioni: è una sfida comune, che sarà sostenuta da iniziative da parte delle case editrici, incontri dal vivo, contenuti multimediali. L'obiettivo di BookRave è molteplice e ambizioso: creare un festival diffuso, collaborativo, mostrare come case editrici anche molto diverse tra loro possano riflettere su uno stesso tema, e come libri anche molto diversi, se messi in dialogo, possano aprire nuove prospettive.Ma soprattutto a BookRave piace l'idea di pensare che le cose si possano fare insieme, mettendo le proprie forze in condivisione, aprendo un percorso di dialogo e mutuo sostegno con le librerie e con chi i libri li acquista e li legge e ne parla.Ecco gli otto libri di BookRave: tutti riferiti al tema trasversale del CorpoSangue cattivo, di Beatrice Galluzzi, effequCorpi dipinti, di Matt Lodder, il SaggiatoreLa valle dei fiori, di Niviaq Korneliussen, IperboreaAll the love I can get, di Tommi Parrish, minimum faxAffamata, di Melissa Broder, NN EditoreChiedi se vive o se muore, di Gaia Giovagnoli, nottetempoL'Arte del Drag, di Jake Hall, Sofie Birkin, Helen Li, Jasjyot Singh Hans, Quinto Quarto edizioniUmani ibridi, di Harry Parker, SurIL POSTO DELLE PAROLEascoltare fa pensarehttps://ilpostodelleparole.itQuesto show fa parte del network Spreaker Prime. Se sei interessato a fare pubblicità in questo podcast, contattaci su https://www.spreaker.com/show/1487855/advertisement

Book Cougars
Episode 183 - Author Spotlight with Sara Nisha Adams

Book Cougars

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 87:01


Mushrooms! Librarians! Serial killer victims brought back to life! New friends and life reinvigorated through reading! We've had some good reads since our last episode. We're both digging into our #BigBookSummer reading challenge books. Emily has started DEVIL IN THE GROVE by Gilbert King. Chris has thrown away the reading schedule for ULYSSES by James Joyce but is reading on. In Biblio Adventures, Chris had a browse at the Book Barn in Niantic, CT where she stumbled across TRAVELS WITHOUT CHARLEY by Bill Goralski. She also attended a fall preview event with Simon and Schuster where five authors talked with their editors about their forthcoming fall releases: Safiya Sinclair, Myriam Gurba, Stephanie Land, Nicole Walters, and Melissa Broder. We both enjoyed our 2nd quarter readalong pick, THE READING LIST and were delighted to talk with author Sara Nisha Adams! Just after our conversation with Sara, we announce our 3rd quarter readalong plans. Buckle up for SCARLET SUMMER!

Something to Eat and Something to Read
S3 Episode 3 - Milkfed

Something to Eat and Something to Read

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2023 57:38


Our book this episode is the book Milkfed by Melissa Broder. And it sparks a big conversation covering appetite, disordered eating, faith, sex, frozen yogurt, and a bit of mysticism for good measure. It's a fascinating, well-written, but ultimately (for us at least), sad book that gave us A LOT to talk and think about. We also share some book and cocktail recommendations for puzzle nights (they're a thing, we're on board).Please note - In this episode, we discuss the disordered eating habits of the book's protagonist Rachel. If you'd prefer not to listen to that, please skip to around the 20-minute mark where we shift gears. Thank you as always to our producer Kristy Reading and to Smith and Jones for generously allowing us to include your beautiful song Small Town Woman at the beginning and end of this episode.All the links to everything we mention, plus recipes and book recommendations, will be sent to our lovely subscribers later today. If you'd like to become a paid supporter of Something to Eat and Something to Read for $5/month and receive all of the above plus more, please click here. Thank you so much.Germaine and Sophie xWe acknowledge that the land on which we work and live is the traditional land of the Wiradjuri Nation (Sophie) and the Gadigal of the Eora Nation (Germaine). We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations people. Get full access to Something to Eat and Something to Read at somethingtoeatandsomethingtoread.substack.com/subscribe

Sad Girls Who Read
Melissa Broder's "So Sad Today"

Sad Girls Who Read

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 64:51


This week, we discuss the OG Sad Girl Melissa Broder's essay collections titled So Sad Today. Being Sad Girls ourselves, we couldn't relate more to this series of vulnerable, heartbreaking and hilarious essays. We talk about Erin's Hebrew school theft, Alegra's interest in breastfeeding, and really dig into the age old inquiry: "To botox or not to botox - that is the question." Follow us on Instagram at @sadgirlswhoread and TikTok at @sadgirlsgoodbooks Theme music by Taylor Peckham Episodes edited by Donny Hadfield  SUPPORT THE SHOW This podcast is made possible by NOCD: www.treatmyocd.com

Astropod
EMMA HOLTEN

Astropod

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2023 74:02


I dagens afsnit har vi fået fint besøg af Emma Holten.Emma er Tvilling i soltegn, og så har hun månen i Skytten og ascendanten i Vægtens tegn. Hun cand. mag. i Moderne Kultur og Kulturformidling, og så er hun feministisk debattør, foredragsholder, kønspolitisk rådgiver og oversætter. Hun har for nyligt oversat romanen “I Fiskens tegn” af den amerikanske forfatter Melissa Broder, og vi lægger ud med en snak om denne ret bizarre og fantastiske bog.  Emma er en skøn Tvilling med utroligt mange hatte på, og hun blev oprindeligt offentligt kendt både i Danmark og internationalt, da hun i 2014 tog til genmæle mod digital krænkelse, fordi der i 2011 var blevet lækket intime billeder af hende. Hun er siden blevet kendt som en af de største unge stemmer i dansk feminisme, og vi er enormt stolte af at have hende i studiet.Vi snakker bl.a. om at vigtigheden af at vise flere følelser i politik, om at øve sig i grænsesætning, give plads til vreden, og om hvordan man tager ansvar for smerten, så den kan blive til en superheltekappe. Som Emma så fint siger det i afsnittet: Aldrig spild en god livskrise! Rigtig god fornøjelse med afsnittet.  Link til 10'er.dk, hvor du kan donere et valgfrit beløb for at støtte podcasten:https://10er.app/ Tilrettelæggere og værter: Marianne Gellert og Amalie Bendixen Optagelse, klip og mix: Jakob Ranum Titelmusik: Empha JomsøEpisodemusik: Emil Märcher-Rørsted Hostet by PodadsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reading Glasses
Ep 283 - Baby Got Backlist - Frontlist vs Backlist Books

Reading Glasses

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 48:10


Brea and Mallory discuss what it means for a book to be frontlist, or backlist. They also review a reading challenge kit and recommend breakup books. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreSponsors -Storyworthwww.storyworth.com/GLASSESSoylentwww.soylent.com/GLASSESCODE: GLASSES Links -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmBooks Mentioned - Stolen Focus by Johann HariWhich Side Are You On by Ryan Lee WongThe Ultimate Reading Challenge!Writers & Lovers by Lily KingThe Pisces by Melissa BroderMilkfed by Melissa Broder

Bookstore Explorer
Episode 17: Novelette Booksellers, Nashville, TN

Bookstore Explorer

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 45:55


Jordan Tromblee and Deezy Youngdahl opened Novelette Booksellers in Nashville, Tennessee, less than six months ago. The vibrant, colorful, inclusive and welcoming shop has already been hailed as one of the city's most talked about indies. They join Matt this week to tell us why. Books We Talk About: Exalted by Anna Dorn, Babel by R.F. Kuang, Less by Andrew Sean Greer, The Neapolitan Novels by Elena Ferrante, Melissa Broder's books, Piranesi by Susanna Clarke, Red White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston and No Choice by Becca Andrews.Venture Europepersonal conversations with the entrepreneurs and investors reshaping our futureListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Prawdziwe Zbrodnie
#195: Tracey Wigginton i Peter Chadwick

Prawdziwe Zbrodnie

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 71:20


Koniec dygresji: (22:00) Spis treści: (06:06) Opowieść Podręcznej, HBO (08:25) The Bear, Disney+ (10;30) The Kardashians, Disney+ (13:10) „ Cleopatra and Frankenstein” Coco Mellors (16:40) Przypomnienie o klubie książki : „ Znikająca ziemia” Julia Phillips (17:25) „ Mleko i głód” Melissa Broder (20:30) Karolina Sobańska Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/7mWhDOYKPFInMSkZUWwls9?si=CKzOC3luS02pwYcFXvxydQ (22:00) Pierwsza historia (47:25) Druga historia (1:10:50) Zapowiedź Nie zapomnij sprawdzić zdjęć z tego odcinka na naszym instagramie @prawdziwezbrodnie! Instagram Karoliny 1 @acecaroline + instagram Karoliny 2 @karolinagawr Możesz też nas symbolicznie wesprzeć na Patronite https://patronite.pl/prawdziwe-zbrodnie

Good Writing Podcast
Therapy in Fiction and Milk Fed by Melissa Broder

Good Writing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 54:36


We love insights and character motivation on this podcast!

home—body podcast: conversations on astrology, intuition, creativity + healing
Full Moon in Libra, Venus Cazimi + Mercury into Aries (Astrology + Energy Forecast)

home—body podcast: conversations on astrology, intuition, creativity + healing

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 35:08 Transcription Available


Venus, the Full Moon, and Mercury push us to find risk, courage, and competition while asking how do I be myself and how do we be together? Mary Grace guides us through Venus conjoining the Sun in Aries, the Full Moon in Libra, Mercury moving into Aries, shares a channeled message about finding creativity in limitations, and concludes with the poem by Melissa Broder.LINKS / Lunar Shatters (poem) by Melissa BroderGet monthly astrology forecasts videos, classes + community each month when you join K I NIf you liked this episode, check out/Pisces New Moon Episode w/ Rachelle KnowlesFree Resources/~free~ class on How to Not Need Instagram (+ why you don't need more followers)FREE prompts for March's astrologyView our home.body Reading ListStay ConnectedJoin our FREE online ~private~ communityLeave me a voicemail!/Book a 1:1 sessionPurchase a gift certificateReturn to yourself program-Astrology SessionsSpirit Healing SessionsGuidance SessionsJoin us for a free class on Taking Care : Pillars for Creation, Circularity + Support — tools to help you design your life with more support and care built in, especially during difficult times. This free class is Friday, March 18 at Noon ET/ 9:00a PT. Sign up here to attend and/or get the replay. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/mgallerdice)

普通读者
Ep. 17 2月读书小结:阅读挑战,名著共读,推荐书目

普通读者

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 59:04


感谢收听普通读者。 这一期我们总结了一下2月的阅读挑战,聊了聊经典名著共读《奥德赛》,每人推荐了几本2月份读过的好书。大家2月份读了什么书呢?阅读挑战读了什么呢?欢迎和我们分享。 更正口误:“监视资本”应该是“监视资本主义”(Surveillance Capitalism) 时间节点: 0:28 2月阅读挑战书目(《逆流》《The Awakening》《The Color Purple》) 17:341月-2月经典名著共读:《奥德赛》 28:49 3月-4月经典名著共读公布 29:03 《Breaking Things At Work: The Luddites Are Right About Why You Hate Your Job》 36:43 《This Will Be Funny Someday》 39:15 《The World's Wife》(中译本:《野兽派太太》) 42:22《The Dangers of Smoking in Bed》 45:32《Flowers for Algernon》( 中译本《献给阿尔吉侬的花束》) 50:26《晚婚》《新婚之夜》 55:28《Milk Fed》 58:27 3月阅读挑战公布 聊到的书: The Odyssey(Emily Wilson的译本和Robert Fitzgerald的译本) An Odyssey: A Father, a Son and an Epic, by Daniel Mendelsohn 《逆流》若利斯-卡尔·于斯曼 The Awakening, by Kate Chopin(中文版:《觉醒》凯特·肖邦) The Color Purple, by Alice Walker (中文版:《紫色》艾丽丝·沃克) Breaking Things At Work: The Luddites Are Right About Why You Hate Your Job, by Gavin Mueller This Will Be Funny Someday, by Katie Henry The World's Wife, by Carol Ann Duffy(中文版:《野兽派太太》卡罗尔·安·达菲) The Dangers of Smoking in Bed: Stories, by Mariana Enríquez Flowers for Algernon, by Daniel Keyes(中文版:《献给阿尔吉侬的花束》丹尼尔·凯斯) 《晚婚》辽京 《新婚之夜》辽京 Milk Fed, by Melissa Broder 提到的书影播客: 播客:Why I'm reading all the English translations of The Odyssey http://sallyallenbooks.com/2018/05/reading-translation-odyssey/ The Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett Four Futures, by Peter Frase Know My Name, by Chanel Miller(中文版:《知晓我姓名》香奈儿·米勒) Poor Things, by Alasdair Gray 《火中遗物》玛丽安娜•恩里克斯 日剧《献给阿尔吉侬的花束》 纪录片《美国工厂》 书单: 科技和未来 Inventing the Future, by Nick Srnicek Communal Luxury, by Kristin Ross Four Futures, by Peter Frase 《新黑暗时代》詹姆斯·布莱德尔 劳工和大数据 《优步:算法重新定义工作》亚历克斯·罗森布拉特 《销声匿迹:数字化工作的真正未来》玛丽· L.格雷 收听和订阅渠道: 小宇宙App,Apple Podcast, Anchor,Spotify,Pocket Casts, Google Podcast,Breaker, Radiopublic;网易云“普通-读者” 电邮:commonreader@protonmail.com 微博: 普通读者播客 欢迎关注普通读者的豆瓣: 豆瓣“普通读者播客”:https://www.douban.com/people/commonreaders/ 片头音乐credit: Flipper's Guitar - 恋とマシンガン- Young, Alive, in Love - 片尾音乐credit:John Bartman - Happy African Village (Music from Pixabay)

The Bookshelf
New fiction by Caleb Azumah Nelson, Melissa Broder and Sònia Hernández

The Bookshelf

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 54:05


RN presenter Daniel Browning and novelist Kavita Bedford join Kate and Cassie as they discuss Caleb Azumah Nelson's Open Water, Melissa Broder's Milk Fed and Sònia Hernández's Prosopagnosia

The Astro Poets Podcast
Melissa Broder (AKA so sad today) on Obsession, Depression, and Not Dating Aries Men

The Astro Poets Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 32:23


TW: discussions of death Melissa Broder of the Twitter @sosadtoday built a name for herself with short quips about her mental health. Now, she's the author of numerous books, from poetry to prose to fiction. This week, Dorothea and Alex chat with Melissa about everything from cremation to how astrology can be a way of controlling the world. -- Poem: "For John, Who Begs Me Not To Enquire Further" by Anne Sexton Want to be featured on the show? Leave a voicemail at (646) 397-7573‬ or email a voice memo to AstroPodcast@macmillan.com. For more information about the book go to AstroPoetsBook.com. You can also follow Dorothea and Alex @poetastrologers on Twitter.  For more information on other Macmillan Podcasts shows, go to MacmillanPodcasts.com. You can also subscribe to our newsletter to get updates on all our shows delivered straight to your inbox here.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bookshelf
On Melissa Broder's The Pisces, Audrey Schulman's Theory of Bastards and V S Naipaul - with writers Felicity Castagna, Margo Lanagan and Khalid Warsame

The Bookshelf

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2018 53:58


Kate Evans and Cassie McCullagh with novels about animals, sex and research (and a few other things)

The Outline World Dispatch
Queer fabulism is everywhere

The Outline World Dispatch

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2018 14:21


Recent books by Carmen Maria Machado, Daisy Johnson, Melissa Broder, and many more are part of a burgeoning trend in writing that uses the fantastic to explore marginalized experiences. Today's story "How a queer fabulism came to dominate contemporary women's writing" by Kit Haggard → https://theoutline.com/post/5751/fabulism-fiction-carmen-maria-machado-daisy-johnson-melissa-broder?utm_source=topic_culture&zd=1&zi=vy6uobcr Credits Today you heard from Kit Haggard. We're hosted and produced by James T. Green. Our theme is by John Lagomarsino. If you're interested in pitching a story to the Dispatch? Email james.green@theoutline.com. Find the Dispatch on Twitter, @OutlineDispatch. Find Kit on Twitter, @KitHaggard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices